Should I have this poster restored ?
Its a Mata Hari poster that I couldn't resist;
http://movieposters.ha.com/itm/romance/mata-hari-mgm-r-1950s-italian-4-foglio-545-x-77-romance/a/161546-53297.s?ic4=GalleryView-Thumbnail-071515
Hopefully you can see it in the link.
Or; Heritage auction lot #53297
Its kind of rough and I don't really mind that. The stamps add character IMO.
Plus its "only original once".
But for resale value later and a respectable presence now what say ye ?
http://movieposters.ha.com/itm/romance/mata-hari-mgm-r-1950s-italian-4-foglio-545-x-77-romance/a/161546-53297.s?ic4=GalleryView-Thumbnail-071515
Hopefully you can see it in the link.
Or; Heritage auction lot #53297
Its kind of rough and I don't really mind that. The stamps add character IMO.
Plus its "only original once".
But for resale value later and a respectable presence now what say ye ?
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What would one in great shape cost you?
I wouldn't do it for resale value, what you would have done and what the next collector would like will be two different things
If you are planning on putting it up, it probably needs the TLC so it doesn't get more damaged, but other than that...I would leave.
I'm assuming the backing is to support the paper and prevent further damage ?
Also "stabilising" the acid might be a good idea.
I have only seen one other for sale, its on ebay, and its in Spain;
http://www.ebay.com/itm/MATA-HARI-GRETA-GARBO-1931-GEORGE-FITZMAURICE-BRINI-MOVIE-POSTER-02-/361403096633?hash=item54254d9e39:g:WbkAAOSwyZ5UoxaN
Asking $4200 and it looks exceptional. I'm thinking restored.
This poster and a Joan of Arc (Bergman on the horse) are my faves. Something about strong women ?? I'll figure that part out later
Yup backing supports paper and the the wash to deacify paper
Bennito, the ebay link you refer to normally sells his posters for 3 to 4 times more than "market value"
Thanks all !
But if it was mine and I wanted to display it I would have it washed/deacifyed/tape removed and linen backed. As far as restoration goes I would personally would keep to a min - so I'd be happy for minor fold line touch up with water pencils and border repair but would not want borders airbrushed
All personal choice!!
Make sure you get a good framer you can trust ! - UV resistant, acid free material, linen hinged to matt board. No like one of mine where they glued the matt to the foamcore and now my linen backed poster is enveloped between!
As everyone says, it's personal choice. Most (not all) things I have framed have been linen backed, condition was the reason to back and/or restore - plus I want to earn the rare Sergeant Linenback badge, but I digress.... Personally if you are going to linenback then why bother getting it removed down the track to be restored? Just go the whole hog now.
I'd use a professional frame company such as Hobby Lobby or Michael's here in Texas. Kind of expensive compared to a generic ebay frame.
Also consider www.hollywoodposterframes.com - it's good gear and as Sue is a collector she is always happy to help with questions. Before I became a Framing God I got my gear from there and I am in Australia!
I'll check them out.